San Roque Water Main Replacement

The City of Santa Barbara is soliciting bids for the San Roque Water Main Replacement project, which involves the installation of approximately 18,200 linear feet of 8-inch PVC distribution water main within the public right of way. The scope of work includes installing various fittings, valves, and appurtenances, tying over existing residential services, and the abandonment or removal of old water mains. The project must be completed within 280 working days from the Notice to Proceed and adheres to Greenbook and Caltrans Standard Specifications, as well as AWWA and ASTM standards for piping and disinfection. Bids must be submitted electronically via the PlanetBids portal by October 6, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Proposals require a Bid Proposal, Subcontractor List, Noncollusion Declaration, and bid security equal to 10 percent of the maximum bid amount. The successful contractor must provide performance and payment bonds for 100 percent of the contract price and comply with California Labor Code prevailing wage requirements. Performance is subject to strict operational constraints, including specific work hours on State Street (6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.) and restrictions on concrete delivery and demolition hauling to manage traffic and noise. Payment is processed monthly through a standard progress payment request system verified by the Project Engineer.